CreateAthon@USC produces promotional materials for eight regional nonprofits
Nearly 75 enthusiastic students from a variety of majors came together to participate in the 11th annual CreateAthon@USC on Nov. 8-9.
MLIS student follows unlikely career path towards publishing
MLIS graduate student Emma Silvis undertakes unique assistantship with USC Press.
New information science professor defies librarian stereotype
Information Science associate professor Jennifer Moore’s computational thinking comes in handy when she aims to ease the tedium of a 10-mile solo training run.
Students win top awards in broadcast competition
The Radio Television Digital News Association of the Carolinas named Elizabeth Martinez the Student Journalist of the Year while six other students took top honors in individual categories.
Dean Reichert returns to classroom
It’s 5:30 in the morning and Dean Tom Reichert is up planning for his class. In just a few hours, close to 325 students will file in for “Intro to Advertising," the largest class he's ever taught.
Journalism Honors College alumna is making her mark at CNN Sports
Long before she was traveling the world as senior director of business development and operations at CNN Sports, Amy Jordan was a journalism Honors College student sending news releases around the world as a press intern for the late Sen. Fritz Hollings.
Pattie Sellers headlined the Baldwin Business and Financial Journalism Lecture
Pattie Sellers, co-CEO of SellersEaston Media and former assistant managing editor for Fortune magazine, spoke on the theme "Business, Media and Leadership" for 2024.
Media professor writes about his experience as expert witness at murder trial
Jabari Evans, assistant professor in the School of Journalism and Mass Communications, writes for The Conversation about his experience as an expert witness in a murder trial involving the rapper Top5.
Alumna Erika Ryan wins Edward R. Murrow Award for "Excellence in Sound"
The audio from a harrowing experience in the West Bank was crafted into a powerful story by the 2017 journalism graduate who has found her niche in radio with NPR.
Two USC colleges join forces to tackle the future of the sports industry
The College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management is teaming up with the College of Information and Communications to explore graduate programs and professional development for the sports industry.
Monster Mash winners announced
Vis com students created 16 ghosts, monsters, witches, and an assortment of other halloween characters using their skills in studio lighting, art direction, makeup, compositing and simple animation.
J-school honors accomplished alumni
The School of Journalism and Mass Communications Alumni Awards recognize young and distinguished alumni for outstanding career accomplishments.
Student photographers capture the spirit of the state fair
View a gallery of photos from photography students who immersed themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of the South Carolina State Fair, gaining invaluable hands-on experience as photojournalists.
Recognizing importance of local newspapers
In celebration of National Newspaper Week, Caleb Gilbert (Journalism 2021) writes about the importance of newspapers, both personally and in a broader context. Gilbert is news editor of The Seneca Journal.
Summer in Spain
Students deepen skills, broaden horizons in communications-themed summer program in Spain.
Applications open for Baldwin Business and Financial Chair in Journalism
The School of Journalism and Mass Communications invites applications for a nine-month tenure-track faculty position as the Baldwin Business and Financial Chair in Journalism at the rank of either associate professor or full professor to begin August 16, 2025.
Magic at work
Kerry Moore credits USC’s visual communications program for helping her develop a variety of design and web skills. Her determination fueled her path to being a graphic designer for Disney — a dream she’s had since she was 9 years old.
College to host public lecture on the future of American democracy
Tressie McMillan Cottom, New York Times opinion columnist, award-winning author, renowned sociologist and cultural critic, headlines the Inclusive Excellence Access and Engagement Series on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024.
The art of advising
For three decades, senior academic advisor Art Farlowe has helped students excel academically while creating lifetime memories.
CIC welcomes statewide college students to watsonX workshop
Nine teams competed for $17,500 in prizes by identifying and solving a specific issue involving equitable access to vital services using the IBM watsonx platform.
Research summit addresses health disparity
Health Disparity Research Symposium held last Friday brought together researchers from across campus and program officers from foundations to discuss ways to address the most pressing healthcare issues for South Carolina and beyond.
Beyond Berets
Visual communications student Deston Cedillo explored African American history in Paris as part of the USC TRIO Opportunity Scholars Program.
Annual class visit results in major announcement
SJMC alumnus Allen Devlin continues a four-year streak of visiting broadcast students, announces major career move.
Eric Robinson named Reid H. Montgomery Freedom of Information Chair
Eric Robinson, J.D., Ph.D., was named Reid H. Montgomery Freedom of Information Chair for his work as a First Amendment scholar and educator.
Award-winning photographer Kevin Jairaj visits School of Journalism and Mass Communications
World-renowned photographer Kevin Jairaj, known for his exceptional work in sports and portrait photography, led a series of immersive workshops, lectures, and portfolio reviews that promise to leave a lasting impact on visual communications students.